I was hoping to fill a doe tag or maybe even two. That was the goal. Of course, when you make shooting a doe the goal it’s almost guaranteed to […]
Read MoreThe Decision to Pass or Shoot
I could see the frosty earth twinkling in the beam of my flashlight as I crept toward my ladder stand overlooking the Gas Well Plot. It was the kind of […]
Read MoreI’m Happy I Missed
Yes, it is possible to be thankful for a miss. Let me set the stage first. It was an interesting day to say the least. I’ve been battling a cold […]
Read MoreSlow Start to the 2025 Archery Season
It was a typical slow start to an archery season for me. It seems like every year opening day is the same day as IUP Homecoming, and I’ve always prioritized […]
Read MoreThe 2025 Drought
There’s nothing more frustrating than having to deal with things outside of your control. Near the top of the list is weather. Think about how many times in your life […]
Read MoreHunting Arrow Build for Trad Bows
I was excited to work on my first ever trad bow hunting arrow setup today. I’ve been shooting all year and testing various arrow and broadhead configurations and weights. I […]
Read MoreAm I Ready for Trad Hunting?
Let me make one thing clear out of the gate. I’m loving my traditional archery journey. I love the nostalgia, challenge, and people who embrace the way it used to […]
Read MoreFirst ETAR in Nearly 20 Years Was Spiritual
When I got into shooting traditional bows earlier this year, I immersed myself in it ranging from continual online study reading and watching YouTube videos to joining forums and even […]
Read MoreThe Rebuild
As the sun was coming up on the opening day of turkey season, something seemed amiss. Although it was foggy and visibility wasn’t good, I should have been able to […]
Read MoreA July 4 Weekend Hunting Tradition
For as long as I can remember, I put out my trail cameras on 4th of July weekend. I’m not sure why I picked that weekend other than it’s easy […]
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